Erika

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Anthony from our Montréal store says:

The Erika fits perfectly (it's true to size)!

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Description

Inspired by the pure, early days of his childhood helping his father with his ice cream shoppe, John brings you his modernized idea of a saddle shoe. Designed upon the popular Fellowship sole and aniline leather wrapped heel of soft comfortable rubber, this design is sure to be an instant favourite. After all these years, now is the time to bring out those poodle skirts, bobby sox, and Jerry Lee Lewis records.Old Friends are Good Friends.

REVIEWS (38)

Amazing, adorable and perfect fit!

Ashley - Portland

These shoes fit me very true to size. I'm a true size 5 and my feet are pretty narrow but these fit like a dream. They're super comfortable, too. Thank you sooo much, Fluevog for making shoes for my tiny baby feet! I love you so much for it!

Fit very small!

Lisa - Toronto

I wear a size 11/42, and have some 11 fluebogs and other 11.5s. I tried on the size 11 in the Distillery District store and they were too small; Ottawa had a pair of 11.5 shoes in blue/purple and I was heading there for the weekend so I ordered them to pick up in person. When I tried on the 11.5s in Ottawa, they felt smaller than the 11s! Fortunately Ottawa had a pair of size 12s in blue/purple. Even going up a full size they're snug enough that I have to wear nylon socks. Hoping they will stretch out a bit. Maybe it's something about this colourway? The shoe style is not particularly pointy or narrow, which is generally the reason I have to go up a half size.

Bummed

Serena - Davis, Ca

I just got these in the mail today. I was so excited. They are exactly as adorable as they look. I went up a half size on my order (10 over and 9.5) based on reviews, but they feel tiny, my toes are squished and they feel more like an 8.5. Right out of the box they looked way too small. Definitely NOT comfortable. I am unsure how to figure out the right size for me for an exchange based on these reviews and the sites sizing guidelines. I'm so disappointed.

The reviews on here are so overwhelmingly positive that I'm wondering if they only post the good ones!

christa - alameda, ca

I finally found a pair of the wonderful Erika in the teal/brown colorway, took a chance on 8.5 and they are perfect with a thin sock. My usual 8 in the Fellowship family is seeming small--bought the new Sandras and having trouble getting them to be as comfy as my other pairs in size 8. Erika looks great with jeans and I do believe I'll be getting the purple/navy ones very soon.

Best color combo ever.

Ahna - Seattle

I've been eyeballing these since their first release, but the purple/navy colorway was the one that pushed me over the edge into buying them. They are super-cute and fit pretty true to size; I waver between a 7-7.5 in Fellowships and ended up with 7 in these as my feet are pretty narrow and the heel felt a little loose in the larger size. I wore them out of the store, and as with most of my 'Vogs, had no problems at all. I love the aqua contrast stitching, too. What adorable shoes.

Love

Karen - Ottawa

My only complaint about this shoe is that, at the moment, it only comes in the one colour combo - they're so cute and comfy, I want multiple pairs, but it's hard to justify buying more in the black and ivory.

I bought them about a month before a vacation in which I was planning on doing a lot of walking in a big city. I wanted to be comfortable, but I also wanted to be in something more stylish than athletic shoes; these were perfect. They have since become my favourite work shoes - I probably wear them 3-4 days out of 5, even though I have many more work shoes to choose from.

I am usually a size 7.5 or 8, and the 8 is a good fit for me in these. They were slightly narrow, but they stretched well from normal wear.

So, seriously, make these in more colours! I'll buy them! How about burgundy and red? Brown and green? Grey and pink? I'll be checking back. ;-)

First disappointment

V Tremblay - Montreal

Confidently bought these as my fourth Fluevogs. Unfortunately, both toe boxes collapsed after 3 weeks, for no reason. I brought them back, sure the store would find a solution. It took nearly two months and many reminders from my part. The idea - glueing extra leather under the weakend part- mostly made the shoes tighter. Seems I'll never enjoy them...

Super saddles

Jane - London, Ontario

I was accustomed to wearing heels and had to switch to flats after a foot injury. I picked up these babies hoping they would be a good multi-purpose shoe. I was not disappointed, they're fantastic. I often go barefoot in them (ew!) because they're not super-chunky. The leather is soft and the soles are squishy rubber; maybe not as durable as I'd like but very pleasant to walk on. I have very average sized feet and I found they fit true to size. What everyone else says about compliments is true, I get comments all the time.

Really comfortable after a year, and still so cute!

Victoria - United States

Every time I wear these shoes people stop me and comment on how much they like them. They are super comfortable. I walk around on marble and cement a lot and they are just great!

Love love love these!

Brandy - Los Angeles

I've had these shoes for a year now and I absolutely love them. They are my second pair of Fluevogs and I just ordered my third (Bellevues Libby Smith). Fluevogs are so comfy and stylish. I get complements every time I wear them. :-D

Jennie Loyal - New Orleans

After 17 years of Fluevogging, this is my first disappointment. I adore the shoes, but after about 20 wears the heel fell off. (:`( It seems easy enough to repair, but my customer service experience has been disappointing as well. I will get the heel put back on by a local repair shop and hopefully it stays put this time!

Looks great, not so comfy

Lou - Ontario

This is only my second Fluevog pair, and I am in LOVE with my first pair (Malenas). I bought this second pair specifically for walking and for comfort, and sadly I don't find it all that comfortable. They are very pretty, though, and I always get compliments on them!

cute, comfy shoes

Amalia - texas

i got these shoes as an early anniversay present from my husband. we were vacationing in seattle and stopped at the store there (unfortunately there's no store where we live) and i had to try those and several others on. @>- these are the ones i brought home and i love them! i have gotten MANY compliments. these shoes do run a little small, i needed a 6 1/2 vs. my regular 6.

A Foot in Heaven

Jan Willis - Ottawa

I dropped in to the Gastown store on a recent visit to Vancouver, just to have a look, and ended up buying these shoes. "Comfortable" does not quite accurately describe how they feel because they are more than that; no pinching, no squished toes. I'm almost tempted not to wear them outside just to keep them in pristine condition but I'm also anxious to have people ask me where I got my shoes. Even my 26-year-old son was suitably impressed so I commend Fluevog for making such distinctive footwear.

Finally

Gin - Dallas, Texas

Okay...these are probably one of the most expensive pairs of shoes that I have ever purchased but it was an early birthday present to myself. I have stared at these for over a year since they came out but I have to say that they are worth every single one of the pennies. These are so cute, get so many compliments but the best thing is that they are so so so comfortable walking all over New York City in. I walked out in these and I haven't really taken them off.

Cute Shoes

ShoeLoverBoston - Boston, mA

I bought these shoes in store as they are super cute, but when I got home, they didn't work with my arch support (stupid feet!). I waited too long to return these, so I wasn't able to return them. If anyone wants to buy these in a size 8.5 I am happy to send them to you for $230. They are brand new and I'm very sad I can't wear them. I'm even more sad that I can't exchange them for a shoe that is wearable via John Fluevog.

Collect compliments

Hilary - Boston

Darling and comfortable. Wear them in a social mood, because complete strangers will come talk with you about your shoes.

Perfection

DANY - United States

These shoes are just perfect. Comfortable flats are hard to find. I wear a lot of Fryes but they are often more chunky then I want for skirts. These are cute, utilitarian and awesome out of the box. If I could only have one pair of shoes it would be these. Please don't ever stop making them. I'm a wide 6 and a 6.5 was perfect for me. ,-)

ERIKA - Nostalgic yet Trendy

JVS - BC, Canada

,-) 'Was walking at downtown Vancouver when some women stopped me to say how cute my shoes are. I had the mandaring orange & beige which goes so well with black T-shirt and black pants. I could walk for hours cause they're so comfortable. I will get another pair, this time the black & ivory. This style will always be in.

Brilliant walking shoes

Misty Harris - Edmonton, AB

I felt compelled to post a review after spending nearly two weeks walking around Paris in these shoes -- and not having a single blister or memory of discomfort to show for it. It was SUCH a treat to find walking shoes that were actually stylish. I had to knot the laces before putting them in a bow (as per a previous reviewer, they come undone easily if you don't), but they were practically perfect. Thank you! @>-

Sweet everyday shoe..

Tamara Burke - Mansfield, VT

My first pair of Fluevogs I would describe as an "everyday" shoe.. but my everyday isn't quite like yours. My day starts out in the barn, tending angora rabbits and Icelandic sheep. It's a heck of a shoe that can go from the barnyard to the boardroom without missing a beat. My Wearever Gracias are pretty good at the transition but these are much better. Less chance of the heel catching if you're sprinting after a lamb.

Surefooted and surprisingly cute. I'd definitely consider ordering another pair when these decide they're no longer happy running around a barn.

Fangirl squeee

Carmen - BC

Just got these in the mail today. They are so cute. I usually prefer shoes that are not black or brown; I always think they look so boring. But I was quite taken with the black & ivory color combo. They are so kawaii!!!!! *Insert Fangirl Squee*

Even with wide feet my other Fluevogs (inez sexton, prepare guides) have been size 11. With these I went to 11.5 as recommended and the fit is good. I am glad I didn't get 11 or I probably would have had to send them back.

Cloud-like dream of a shoe

Jen - Columbus, OH

I was lucky enough to snag a pair of these in the cobalt/brown color combination before my very common size became unavailable. Fresh outta the box, I wore them on a trip to NYC for four days straight. I had no blisters, no sore spots, and TONS of compliments. I love wearing these with scalloped-edge ankle socks and circle skirts; they are a perfect blend of punk rock and bobby socks. The only downside is I'm slightly afraid to polish them because I'm worried about damaging the color! (I did a spot test once and some of the blue dye rubbed off on my cloth.)

Love!

Shannon - Los Angeles

I got these in the Mandarin, and I love them. This is my third pair of 'Vogs, (Zaza in the purple and orange, and Flagstad in the teal/brown) and so far my favorite. I put a couple miles on them, a few times a week, and wear them with just about anything casual. Jeans, shorts, skirts, you name it.

I also get a lot of random compliments on my shoes, which is fun. :D

My other Fluevogs are 10s, but I went up to a 10 1/2 in these. I've got moderately wide feet, which was the deciding factor for me. I love the Alli and Amanda but they just don't match my foot shape very well - the rounder toe and wider cut of these is perfect.

Perfect

Pix - Edmonton

I picked these up in pure black and I now wear them constantly. I can go for 9 hours on my feet and not feel a thing. I'm so happy with the way they feel. My only, teensy complaint is that the material the laces are made of slips really easily and so I'm retying them quite often. I'll have to pick up a new pair of laces soon so I have to keep pausing to tighten them up. Otherwise, the perfect shoe for work, going out, shows - everything!

awesome, but the heels are too soft

Jo - Seattle

I have the Erikas, a mary-jane that isn't the Kathy's, and a mid-calf boot that's not listed here. In all three cases, the rubber on the heel is too soft and tends to disconnect from the rest of the heel, which causes damage to the leather wrap. My shoe repair man at UVillage in Seattle put a harder kind of heel on all 3 that looks great and solves the problem--but at $19.95 a pair it kinda sucks.

These are darling!

Gladys - southern California

These are my go-to shoes: easy to slip on, comfortable for driving, and absolutely adorable. I have them in cobalt-and-brown (though the cobalt verges on turquoise, which I love). I went up half a size (from 5 to 5 1/2) because they run a bit narrow, but now that they've been broken in they feel a tad loose even with socks. While they are still comfy, I would suggest sticking with your true size and trusting the soft leather to give way after they break in.

Precious

Natalie - Chicago

I have a wide foot and, because of this, sizes in Fluevogs vary significantly. I typically wear a six, got these in a 6.5 and there is a little (but not too much) room at the toe. The width is just dandy. For reference I wear a 6 in the Wearever style and a 7 in Soprano. I would say if you have an odd foot go to the store. One of the sizes will fit you perfectly!

Feeling younger again

Montserrat - New York

Looooooooooooooooove those shoes too. I wore yesterday and i was feeling i was going to school again :-B . Are so cute and the most important so comfortable. :-D

I likie

K - Edmonton

These Vogs are instantly comfortable, fit true to size, have a really comfortable low heel height without being flat...and they are funky without being too heavy. My only wish is that the toe wasn't so square. Otherwise, they are perfect!

i looked around the world

gwen - new zealand

I searched everywhere for the perfect saddle shoe...I finally found it in NYC at Fluevog...I don't want to take them off

Charlotte - Seattle

I have owned at least 15 pairs of Fluevogs, and I have two pairs of Fellowships including the Ericas. So far, my opinion of the Fellowships is that they fit nice and look pretty, but they are not as sturdy as I would like.

What's old is new - and much better!

Michele Menard Ferazzutti - Toronto

I used to think that saddle shoes were ugly,and heavy, and clunky.. did I mention ugly? But oh .. THESE saddle shoes, in the blue/brown combo, are light and lithe, and fun!! I catch people eyeing them on the subway - and when they make eye contact and smile or nod - I know it's another Fluevogger. They look fantastic with jeans, with a straight skirt and tights, and I only wish I could still fit into my school uniform kilt!

Linda - Colorado

. . . and my friend said, "Well, they are nice. But that is an awful lot of money to spend on a pair of shoes." And I knew at that moment that we couldn't be friends anymore. John, thanks for being my friend. Sometimes, I think you are the only one who understands me. @>-

Sexy, sexy saddle shoes...

Alida - Calgary, Alberta

These blue saddle shoes are the BEST for comfort and for looking fabulous. I always feel ultra slick when I wear these and plus they fit well into my musician lifestyle! (cute with jeans or capris!)Thanks for the coolest shoes on the planet.

Becca - Woodinville, WA

Who wouldn't love blue saddle shoes? Everyone loves them, but only a select few are smart enough to buy and wear them! These are so comfortable and so eye-catching. Get some and everyone will envy you.

I love my Erika's!

Erika - Hollywood

My other Fluevogs are jealous and miss me terribly.

Amazing shoes

Bistra - Sofia, Bulgaria

I saw these shoes and fell in love immediately… It was in Haight Ashbury in SF, maybe one of the most appropriate places for Fluevog shoes. The blue-green color and the outstanding leather and work! Unbelievable – after visiting that shop I am already a shoe-addicted person, actually Fluevog-addicted… And to not forget: the personnel of the shop were the kindest and nicest people I have ever met in a shoe shop. Bravo! :-)